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ProQC ExampleReport Initial Supplier Evaluation PDF
ProQC ExampleReport Initial Supplier Evaluation PDF
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Initial Supplier Evaluation Audit Rev.
GUIDELINES 3
Supplier Name Audit Date Report No.
xxx xx/xx/xxxx xxxxx
PURPOSE:
Audit scores are rarely understood outside of the Quality Organization or the auditing company. This audit is based upon defined criteria for each
element audited. Scoring is based upon the supplier's ability to meet the requirements. The audit focuses on factors which would result in
increased costs or financial loss to the client due to poor performance by the supplier.
SCORING:
Scores are to be assigned based upon what is done for the Pro QC client regardless of what is done for other clients. Example: if Control Plans
are developed for other clients but not for Pro QC client, the score must be one 'NC' - Major Non-Conformance. Scoring must be explained to the
supplier at the Opening Meeting.
AUDIT REPORT:
The auditor is to complete all sections of the Audit Report:
- Scope of the Audit
- Recommendations
- Strengths of the Suppliers Quality System and Manufacturing Process
- Opportunities for Improvement (weaknesses in the suppliers' Quality System and/or Manufacturing Process)
CORRECTIVE ACTIONS:
It is recommended that the client request a Corrective Action or and Improvement Plan based upon the results of the audit. The Improvement
Plan should include:
- Detailed description of action plan
- Name of person responsible for the improvement activity
- Date when the improvement will be completed
Initial Supplier Evaluation Audit Rev.
SUMMARY 3
Supplier Name Audit Date Report No.
xxx xx/xx/xxxx xxxxx
ADRESS : ADRESS :
CITY : CITY :
COUNTRY : COUNTRY :
PHONE : PHONE :
FAX : FAX :
SUPPLIER'S PERSONNEL PARTICIPATING
Mr./Mrs. Jane Doe Title: Quality Manager Email:
Mr./Mrs. Title: Email:
Mr./Mrs. Title: Email:
Mr./Mrs. Title: Email:
Mr./Mrs. Title: Email:
Mr./Mrs. Title: Email:
Mr./Mrs. Title: Email:
AUDITORS PERSONNEL
Mr./Mrs. Pro QC Title: Lead Auditor Email:
Mr./Mrs. Title: Email:
Mr./Mrs. Title: Email:
Scope :
AUDIT RESULTS
Systems are effective, you could start or continue business with this supplier
System has some major issue, you could temporaly use this supplier and
request immediate corrective action in case of long term business.
There are serious major issue in this supplier that could impact in your business
The better solution will be to source for another supplier
Initial Supplier Evaluation Audit Rev.
AUDIT REPORT 3
Supplier Name Audit Date Report No.
xxx xx/xx/xxxx xxxxx
Scope of Audit:
The intent of the Initial Supplier Evaluation Audit is to provide the client with information useful for making an initial assessment
about business viability and reducing their sourcing risks.
Summary/Recommendation:
1. Supplier xxx was established in 2007. Their manufacturing is located in the BaoAn district of Shenzhen. Their main products
are LEDs.
2. Supplier xxx has about 392 employees: 35 engineers, 90 administrators and 12 QC personel. The factory is 16,000 square
meters.
3. Supplier xxx was certified to ISO 9001:2000 quality management system in 2008.
4. Supplier xxx has 3 assembly lines, an R&D Department, a PMC Department, a Production Department, Purchasing and a
Quality Department.
Strengths:
1. Strong product development ability.
2. A wide range of existing LED products.
3. A reliable quality assurance program is in place.
C = Complies with the requirements, I = Improvement Needed, NC = Not Complies, N/A = Not Applicable
A Management
1 Is there a documented and formally approved Quality Manual The factory has developed a quality manual (numbered
and Procedures defining all Quality Control / Assurance related IL-QAM-01) and procedures (IQC/IPQC/QA). All related
operations and functions? quality controls are defined. Please refer to pictures 4, 5,
6, 7, 8 and 9. C
2 Does the factory have a program to train production operators Yes, the factory has developed a training program. They
and inspectors? keep a record of all of their operator/inspector training
and these records are available for review. C
B Engineering
3 Is there a formal system in place to ensure that only the most The factory has a department in charge of distribution of
current up-to-date drawings and specifications are available for documents and this department makes sure the
use? documents are up-to-date. The auditor reviewed
drawings and documents in the workshop and found C
that they did match the document revision saved in the
office.
4 Are control plans developed for each product? Yes, SOP, BOM and Pos are visible in the workshop.
Please refer to pictures 26 and 27.
C
6 Does Quality Control / Assurance have the ultimate Yes, the quality department is responsibile for
responsibility regarding accept and reject decisions? acceptance and rejection decisions. These
responsibilities are defined in the quality control C
procedures.
8 Are there documented and approved instructions provided for Yes, the factory has developed a procedure for incoming
controlling incoming receiving inspection methods and inspections. The IQC performed the inspection
procedures? according to the procedure. Please refer to pictures 6, 7,
8 and 9. C
9 Are the inspection and test equipment available for incoming Yes, the inspection and test equipment are available in
receiving inspection sufficient for performing the required tasks? the QC room and it is sufficient for the tasks required.
C
10 Are the gages calibrated? Is the inspection and test equipment Yes, all inspection and test equipment are calibrated and
individually identified by tag or label? tags are visible on each piece of equipment. Please
refer to pictures 43 and 44. C
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AUDIT CHECKLIST 3
C = Complies with the requirements, I = Improvement Needed, NC = Not Complies, N/A = Not Applicable
E Manufacturing
11 Are the proper drawings and specifications being used in Yes, SOPs, BOMs and POs are used for production. QC
production and inspection? uses inspection procedures and specifications.
C
12 Are documented instructions, methods, and procedures Yes, SOPs, POs and related procedures are kept and
available to both manufacturing and inspection personnel, and made visible at both stations. Please refer to pictures 26
are both held accountable for quality? and 27. C
13 Are in-process inspection and testing results recorded? Yes, the auditor checked some IQC / IPQC / QA quality
department inspection records from 2008 to 2010.
Please refer to pictures 37, 38 and 39. C
14 Are parts properly identified throughout the manufacturing Most materials were clearly identified throughout the
process? manufacturing process. There were a few materials in
the IQC room, and still others in "finished products" in
I
the workshop that were not identified. Please refer to
pictures 17, 18, 28 and 29.
15 Does the manufacturer have a documented system to track the Yes, it is controlled by their PMC department. Production
production schedule? plan forms are provided for each department and are
updated daily. Please refer to pictures 30 and 31. C
16 Is the manufacturing area maintained in an orderly and Yes, the manufacturing area is maintained in an orderly
functional manner? and functional manner. Please refer to pictures 23 and
24. C
17 Is there a formal periodic maintenance program in place? No, the factory doesn't have a documented, periodical
maintenance program for their manufacturing
equipment. NC
F Packaging
18 Are the products properly packaged to prevent damage during Yes, drop and vibration tests are conducted to verify the
shipping and handling? packaging's condition. C
19 Are all cartons clearly identified as to their contents? Labels are present on each package and each is clearly
identified. Some of the raw materials in the IQC room
and some of the finished product in the workshop are I
not identified.
20 Are finished parts properly stored to prevent damage or Yes, the storage time of finished products is recorded
deterioration? and controlled. Product is rechecked if the storage time
exceeds 6 months. This directive is defined in the C
procedures.
G Non-Conforming Materials
21 Do the operators know how to handle non-conforming parts? Yes, red arrow labels are marked on the non-conforming
parts and red labels are affixed to material if it is rejected
during the incoming inspection. Please refer to picture
C
16.
22 Is there a clearly defined holding area for non-conforming Yes, there is defined area for non-conforming materials
materials where they are kept segregated until disposition can and all of the non-conforming materials are kept in this
be formally determined? area. Please refer to picture 15. C
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AUDIT CHECKLIST 3
C = Complies with the requirements, I = Improvement Needed, NC = Not Complies, N/A = Not Applicable
H Corrective Action
23 Are rejections from receiving inspection, in-process, final Yes, CAR records from incoming and final inspection are
inspection, or customers properly communicated to those available and checked. Please refer to pictures 35 and
responsible for corrective action? 36. C
24 Is there an effective system for developing corrective actions? Yes, the factory has developed a procedure for
corrective actions. Corrective actions must be taken
when the deviation occurs. Please refer to pictures 32, C
33 and 34.
25 Are inspection and test equipment calibrated at specific and Yes, the factory has developed a calibration program
regulated time intervals according to documented procedures? (document numbered IL-QPM-10) and the related
calibration records are maintained and available. Please C
refer to picture 43.
26 Are the gages located at the machine calibrated? Is the Yes, all of the inspection and test equipment is
inspection and test equipment individually identified by tag or calibrated and visible calibration tags are on the gauges.
label? Please refer to picture 44. C
Initial Supplier Evaluation Audit Rev.
FACTORY PHOTOS 3
Supplier Name Audit Date Report No.
xxx xx/xx/xxxx xxxxx
17. Raw materials not identified 18. Raw materials not identified
Initial Supplier Evaluation Audit Rev.
FACTORY PHOTOS 3
Supplier Name Audit Date Report No.
xxx xx/xx/xxxx xxxxx